10 h. ago Least crowded European beach holiday destinations revealed as UK beauty spot makes Top 5

A new survey lists the five least-crowded beaches in Europe, ideal for a sandy holiday under the sun. If you're in need of restful rejuvenation, book these hidden gems and avoid mass-tourist crowds

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19 h. ago Instant karma! Swaggering tourist gets humiliating lesson after gathering a crowd and challenging bouncer to a fight outside Thai bar

The cocky tourist repeatedly taunted his opponent, squaring up to him as the crowd booed. His opponent was skilled in Thai boxing, and decided to accept the man's challenge.

Sport

63 h. ago Huge Spanish beach buckling under tourist pressure as plan to stop crowds unveiled

Reigning pretty as one of the island’s most popular beaches, Es Trenc in Mallorca suffers greatly from overcrowding - especially during summer months - but now stringent plan has been put in place to combat the issue

Society

3 d. ago Gangland boss unmasked and found hiding in Costa Del Sol after years on the run

Paul Waugh has been described as an 'extremely dangerous' man

Economics

6 d. ago Beautiful seaside town opens new beach for anyone with a dog

A brand new dog-friendly beach on the Costa del Sol includes 400 sq metres of sandy space for pets to roam freely, and is finally open to the public after a year of planning

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6 d. ago The 6 euro viral treat that has tourists in Florence queuing for over an hour to try

A €6 coffee dessert has become the latest viral sensation in Florence, drawing crowds of tourists and creating hour-long lines outside the city's oldest gelateria, Vivoli.

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6 d. ago Barcelona plans Sagrada Familia selfie square to ease tourist crowds

The 6,200-square-metre ‘anteroom’ aims to redirect tourist traffic

Society

7 d. ago Beautiful Greek island tourists rarely visit where locals escape the crowds

Ahead of the swarms of travellers booking trips to Brit favourites this summer, blogs urge visitors to take a chance and explore this underrated island - which remains a well kept secret by locals.

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8 d. ago Huge European city looks just like Costa del Sol but without crowds of tourists

Vlore in Albania looks like Spain's Costa del Sol and offers beautiful weather, idyllic landscapes and takes just over three hours to get to from the UK

Politics

1 week ago Thousands in Spain join nationwide march to protest against housing crisis

Organisers say 150,000 joined protest in Madrid urging the government to ‘end the housing racket’ and to demand access to affordable housingTens of thousands of people have taken to the streets of Spain in the latest protest against housing speculation and to demand access to affordable homes.Organisers claim that up to 150,000 joined the protest in Madrid while smaller demonstrations were held in about 40 cities across the country. Protesters from Málaga on the Costa del Sol to Vigo in the Atlantic northwest chanted “end the housing racket” and “landlords are guilty, the government is responsible”. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago Renowned Dutch tulip garden makes space for selfie generation to bloom

Keukenhof, near Amsterdam, increasingly catering to growing demand for social media contentNestled among tulip fields not far from Amsterdam, the world-famous Keukenhof garden has opened for the spring, welcoming camera-wielding visitors to its increasingly selfie-friendly grounds.On a sunny day, the paths, park benches and cafes are crowded with tourists taking photos and selfies with one of the Netherlands’ most iconic products – the tulip. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago UK weather to be hotter than Spain as Brits to bask in 20C heat all week

The UK is set to be hotter than Spain's Costa del Sol this week as Brits continue to bask in temperatures warmer than 20C amid the mini heatwave-style weather for some time yet

Society

2 w. ago UK weather to be warmer than Spain's Costa del Sol as mercury to exceed 20C

The UK weather this week will continue to be glorious - following the 19.2C highs in Aboyne, Aberdeenshire and 18.4C in Nantwich, Cheshire - as the mini heatwave weather continues

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2 w. ago Marbella gangster caught as bungling mum detonates grenade and blows up barmaid's home

Liam Cornett, Michael Rice and Kieran Eves controlled a sprawling drug network and empire that ran wide from the Costa del Sol to estates in Hull, Cardiff and Devon

Events

2 w. ago Stunning African town looks exactly like Santorini but it's 1,330

This charming town offers the same white-and-blue houses you'd expect to see in Santorini, but without the crowds of bustling tourists. Plus, it's only two hours and 45 minutes away from the UK

Politics

3 w. ago Beautiful European tourist attraction's brutal review as crowds swamp it daily

This famous tourist attraction has been labelled one of Europe's most disappointing by travellers who have been put off by rampant overcrowding and poor maintenance

Politics

3 w. ago Beautiful EU seaside town tourists have forgotten with stunning waterfront

A quaint scenic European town has largely been avoided by crowds of tourists, offering an idyllic and peaceful getaway with crystal-clear waters and a rich maritime history

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3 w. ago Underrated EU seaside town with £1.31 beers just like Spain's Costa del Sol

This resort town by the sea is defined by its award-winning beaches, budget-friendly and buzzing nightlife and its close proximity to one of the country's most significant historical sites

Economics

4 w. ago Underrated Greek island with the 'beauty of Santorini' and barely any crowds

Santorini and Mykonos are two of the most popular Greek islands but there are many more just waiting to be discoverd that wont have you pushing past crowds and tourists - here they are

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